TM 5-5420-234-14&P
4-101. STORAGE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (continued).
(5)
Exercise the hand pump pneumatic system by raising and lowering the center rollers.
(6)
Exercise the pneumatic system by opening and closing the front bay locks three times.
(7)
Note the items checked and any maintenance problems encountered on a Preventive Maintenance
Record.
(8)
Note the corrective action completed for any maintenance problems and record the badge number and
date of performance.
(9)
If any loss, damage, or destruction is found, note it on the Preventive Maintenance Record and notify
the Government Property Administrator for action.
e.
While vehicle is in storage, exercise the LHS on a quarterly basis.
f.
While the vehicle is in storage, perform the following tasks annually:
(1)
Clean the exterior and undercarriage. Wash any oil, grease, or mud from tires.
(2)
Completely lubricate chassis and all ancillary equipment in accordance with Appendix G.
a. Activation
Restore the BAP and Transporter to normal operating condition as follows:
(1)
Loosen and remove four nuts and washers and road-side rear guide from its stored position underneath
the BAP.
(2)
Remove eight bolts from the BAP stowage box.
(3)
Replace the road-side rear guide in its position at the rear of the BAP. Secure the rear guide with four
bolts, washers, and nuts.
(4)
Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the curb-side rear guide.
(5)
Conduct a visual inspection of the vehicle. Check lubricant level and tire pressures. Correct any
discrepancies.
(6)
Completely lubricate chassis, all ancillary equipment, and oil can points in accordance with Appendix
b.
Servicing
Resume the maintenance service schedule in effect at the commencement of administrative storage.
